U.S. Coast Guard admiral recognized by NOAA for marine mammal support, Feb. 10, 2010

HONOLULU -- Rear Adm. Manson K. Brown (left) is recognized by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in a ceremony at the PJKK Federal Building, Feb. 10, 2010.

Brown is the 14th Coast Guard district commander and was recognized for the Coast Guard's contributions in marine mammal response, conservation, and assistance provided on such missions as Hawaiian monk seal relocations and whale disentanglements and strandings.

NOAA and the Coast Guard routinely work on such missions throughout the main Hawaiian Islands. Presenting the award was Bill Robinson (right), director of NOAA's Pacific Islands Regional Office. See a group photo of U.S. Coast Guard and NOAA personnel at www.uscgd14.com.

U.S. COAST GUARD PHOTO | Petty Officer 3rd Class Anthony L. Soto

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